Adda247 provides the latest and most important daily current affairs 2026 for Bank, SSC, Railway, Police, SI, and Other State Govt Exams. Our team curates the most significant national and international news, government policy updates, important appointments 2026, awards and honours, summits and conferences, science and technology, defence news, business & economy, and sports current affairs — all in one place.
Today’s Current Affairs
- Evolution of the Indian National Flag (1906-1947): From Calcutta Flag to the Ashoka ChakraAugust 13, 2026There is an interesting story behind the National Flag of India that goes back for several decades before the country gained independence. The Tricolour that is being used by Indians was not created in one ...Read more
- Independence Day 2026: Who Hoisted the First Tricolour at Red Fort? Know the HistoryAugust 13, 2026As India set to observe its 80th Independence Day on August 15, 2026, the Red Fort would again be at the heart of the national celebrations in India. The Prime Minister of the country hoists ...Read more
- Why PM Hoists the Tricolour on Independence Day, But President Unfurls It on Republic DayAugust 13, 2026On the 15th of August, every year, Honorable Prime Minister of the country raises the Indian Tricolour at the Red Fort on the Independence Day. While, Honorable President, on the other hand, unfurls the national ...Read more
- FCRA Amendment Bill Sent to 31-Member JPC Amid ProtestsAugust 13, 2026Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 is referred to the 31-member Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). This decision was taken in the midst of stiff protests from the opposition MPs, who were demanding withdrawal of the ...Read more
- Tata Group Chairmen From Jamsetji Tata to N Chandrasekaran: Full ListAugust 13, 2026Throughout the years, the Tata Group has been led by generations of visionaries including the founder, Jamsetji Tata, to the present chairman, N Chandrasekaran. Over the years, each leader has helped to transform the Tata ...Read more
- July Retail Inflation Rises to 4.45% on Food PricesAugust 13, 2026For the month of July 2026, Retail inflation saw a marginal increase to 4.45% in July 2026 from 4.38% in June as inflation for food products drove prices higher. According to the Ministry of Statistics ...Read more
- World Organ Donation Day 2026: Date, History and ImportanceAugust 13, 2026August 13 is celebrated every year as the World Organ Donation Day to raise awareness regarding organ donation and to dispel misconceptions around transplantation. Organ donation provides the second chance of life to patients experiencing ...Read more
- UP Kamadhenu Pashu Bima Yojana 2026: Latest Scheme, Benefits, Eligibility, Premium, Coverage and How to ApplyAugust 13, 2026The UP Kamadhenu Pashu Bima Yojana has been associated with livestock insurance support for farmers and livestock owners in Uttar Pradesh. However, for 2026, an important update needs to be noted: the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet ...Read more
- Current Affairs Capsule PDF (12th August, 2026)August 12, 2026National News India Diversifies Urea Imports Amid West Asia Supply Disruptions India increased urea imports from Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria and Georgia in 2026 to maintain fertiliser availability amid supply disruptions linked to the West Asia war. Between ...Read more
- Simon Commission (1928) & Nehru Report: India’s Demand for Constitutional ReformAugust 12, 2026Simon Commission of 1928 was one of the most controversial events in the Indian independence movement. The Simon Commission had been formed by the British Government with the objective of reviewing the functioning of the ...Read more
- Chauri Chaura Incident (1922): Why Gandhi Suspended the MovementAugust 12, 2026The Chauri Chaura Incident that occurred in 1922 was one of the most significant events in the history of the Indian independence movement. The clash between the demonstrators and the police, which resulted in the ...Read more
- Indian Navy’s ‘Shruti’ NGOPV Launched at GRSE KolkataAugust 12, 2026Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) launched its second NGOPV, “Shruti”, at their Kolkata shipyard on August 11, 2026. Designated as Yard 3037, the vessel is being built for the Indian Navy as part of ...Read more
- PM Modi Releases Ram Nath Kovind’s AutobiographyAugust 12, 2026Honorable Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the autobiography of former Indian President Ram Nath Kovind, “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles,” in Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi on August 12, 2026. The autobiography ...Read more
- ICC ODI World Cup 2027: 10 Teams Qualified, Namibia Still Faces Qualifier RouteAugust 12, 2026The close battle for ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2027 is shaping up with 10 teams earning their qualification for the tournament. The 14-team World Cup will be held jointly between South Africa, Zimbabwe, and ...Read more
Important Days 2026
- Independence Day 2026: Who Hoisted the First Tricolour at Red Fort? Know the History August 13, 2026
- World Organ Donation Day 2026: Date, History and Importance August 13, 2026
- International Youth Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Wishes August 12, 2026
- World Elephant Day 2026: Theme, History, Significance and Facts August 12, 2026
- World Lion Day 2026: Importance, Threats and Conservation Efforts August 10, 2026
- International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples 2026: Theme, History and Significance August 8, 2026
General Knowledge 2026
Evolution of the Indian National Flag (1906-1947): From Calcutta Flag to the Ashoka ChakraAugust 13, 2026There is an interesting story behind the National Flag of India that goes back for several decades before the country gained independence. The Tricolour that ...
Tata Group Chairmen From Jamsetji Tata to N Chandrasekaran: Full ListAugust 13, 2026Throughout the years, the Tata Group has been led by generations of visionaries including the founder, Jamsetji Tata, to the present chairman, N Chandrasekaran. Over ...
Simon Commission (1928) & Nehru Report: India’s Demand for Constitutional ReformAugust 12, 2026Simon Commission of 1928 was one of the most controversial events in the Indian independence movement. The Simon Commission had been formed by the British ...
Chauri Chaura Incident (1922): Why Gandhi Suspended the MovementAugust 12, 2026The Chauri Chaura Incident that occurred in 1922 was one of the most significant events in the history of the Indian independence movement. The clash ...
Vande Bharat vs Namo Bharat vs Amrit Bharat: Which Is the Fastest Train?August 12, 2026India’s railway network is rapidly transforming with the introduction of modern trains designed for faster, safer, and more comfortable travel. Among the most prominent names ...
Home Rule Movement (1916): Tilak and Annie Besant’s Fight for Self-GovernmentAugust 11, 2026The Home Rule Movement in India (1916-1918) is another notable stage in the process of India’s struggle for independence and the resurgence of the nationalist ...
Jallianwala Bagh Massacre (1919): The Incident That Shocked IndiaAugust 11, 2026The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 is one of the most infamous events that happened during the period of the British colonial rule of India. ...
